At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman is currently seeking Aircraft Structure Mechanics to fill open positions on our F-18 program based in San Antonio, Texas. In this position, you will perform depot level maintenance operations on F-18 aircraft, F-18 aircraft equipment, F-18 engines, F-18 components, and systems in accordance with DOD, manufacturer, company, supplier and other directives in support of aircraft modification.

Performs a variety of operations to assemble and make major assembly structures such as fuselage panels and bulkheads, and structural sub-assemblies such as rudders, flaps, and stabilizers. Aligns parts on jigs using templates and fixtures. Performs such minor part-fitting operations as filing, sawing, burring, crimping, trimming, framing, riveting, drilling, and reaming. Measures parts with micrometers and calipers to verify dimensions. May modify incomplete and complete assemblies to incorporate changes to structure. May monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures.

Basic Qualifications:

Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) and at least 4 years of aircraft maintenance experience
Must be able to obtain a DoD Secret level security clearance once hired; and have the ability to maintain that clearance for continued employment
Able to read and interpret schematics, assembly drawings, process specifications, technical manuals, written instructions, test procedures, etc

Desired:

Use of hand drills, power feed drills (PFD), track drills, Jiffy/E-Tech tools
Knowledge of proper drill speeds and feeds for materials being worked
Use of drill jigs, bomb sites, tools needed for hand placement of holes
Understand hole angularity and importance of quality hole tolerances
Experience drilling through aluminum, titanium, Inconel, composite stack-ups
Understand clean as you go techniques and need for general cleanliness
Experience in application of sealants, adhesives, paints, and primers
Be able to manage flight and non-flight hardware
Demonstrated success as a "hands-on" doer and/or leader
Work effectively with a strong work ethic and close attention to detail in a fast-paced dynamic team environment with constantly evolving roles and responsibilities
Continuous improvement mentality. Our job is never complete; we are always refining and improving
Drive to understand the details of our business and how to optimize it
Experience in handling large aerospace components
Experience in assembling large tight-tolerance structures

Preferred Qualifications:

Fighter type aircraft maintenance experience
A&P license
U.S. Navy or USMC background
Active Secret DoD clearance

Shift: Any Shift (1st Shift Hours 0530-1400 and 2nd Shift Hours 1430-2300)

1st shift position with possibility of becoming 2nd shift position at customer's request

Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

Salary Range: $61,100 - $101,800

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